By Ashley Luthans On Sept. 6, the Mosaic Life Care Foundation held their Ignite annual fundraiser at the Mosaic Life Care Downtown parking garage. A private party opened to patrons at 5:30 p.m., with the larger rooftop party beginning at 6:30 p.m. There was lots of food at the event, as well as live music
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By Jenna Wilson and Chris Fortune A Savannah Police Department lieutenant has been charged with misdemeanor animal abuse after the death of K-9 officer Horus in June. According to a probable cause statement from the Missouri Attorney General’s Office, Daniel Zeigler and his K-9 Partner Horus completed their overnight shift at 4:50 a.m., according to
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By Leah Rainwater With different weekend activities and festivals throughout September, Downtown St. Joseph business owners are hoping to see some new traffic. One local shop owner said Downtown hasn’t seen as many customers lately. “I think it’s vacations, school supplies, groceries have gone up and just the cost of living has gone up,” said
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By Chris Fortune Archie Randolph Jr. was working on road construction applying thermoplastic on K-5 Highway in Kansas when one of his coworkers sitting in an attenuator truck honked his horn to get everyone’s attention. A plane crashed into the World Trade Center. “I thought he meant somebody flew in between them, and he said,
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Judy and Lou Hanway are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary on Sept. 14, 2024. They were married at St. Patrick Parish Church on Sept. 14, 1974. Their children are Anthony and Melissa Hanway and Nathaniel and Courtney Hanway. They also have three grandchildren, Reagan Hanway, Audrie Hanway, and Beau Hanway. Lou retired in 2021 from
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Jim and Becky Behrend were married on Aug. 31, 1974, by the late Rev. Dick Lionberger at the Savannah Ave. Baptist Church. They have two children, daughter, Amy Behrend-Smith, and son, Curtis Behrend. Jim is retired from K-Mart and Becky is retired from Family Guidance. Cards may be sent to the honorees at 2603 S.
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By NewsPress Now Marriage applications Dakota Lee Godfrey, 22, Cameron, Missouri, and Kynzee Leaye Kovac, 18, Stewartsville, Missouri. Tarreauna Trenee Weber, 32, and Ashten Haylee Surritte, 27, both of St. Joseph. Trenton Paul Losack, 34, and Elizabeth Rose O’Connell Brock, 34, both of St. Joseph. Gary Robert Moppin, 39, Faucett, Missouri, and Karley Robyn Pearl,
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By Bob Ford Special to Articles, podcasts and YouTube videos are complimentary from those helping preserve our history: Eagle Communications, Nodaway Valley Bank, Hughes Chiropractic, The Hearing Connection and Anonymous Buffs. To comment or join in supporting this non-profit, contact Bob at robertmford@aol.com. Towards the end of 1862, the Civil War was going badly for
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By My Courier-Tribune With cooler temperatures on the horizon, lots of people like to make plans to get outside and hit the trails. Autumn color makes an amazing backdrop for a new hike, but it’s important to remember that there are steps one should take while on the trail, and even before you arrive at
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By NewsPress Now Benefit the many If the city of Saint Joseph has $7 million to give to a nonprofit, private organization for the benefit of a few, let them instead put it into our sewer project to benefit the many. Fix the other bridges first Just seen where they’re going to close the Riverside
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By My Courier-Tribune In 2022, there were 177 Missouri traffic crashes involving farm equipment and implements. In those crashes, seven people were killed and 63 were injured. “Missouri has entered harvest season and it’s important that drivers and farmers pay attention and share the road. Farmers and motorists are encouraged be courteous drivers and to
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By NewsPress Now Deeds of trust reported from Aug. 30 to Sept. 3 Dakota Jarvis, Jessica Jarvis to Flat Branch Mortgage Inc., Horn Heights LT 6 Blk 22 $112,917. McCallon Properties LLC to Boulevard Venture Capital LLC, Home Wood Terrace PT LT 13 LT 14 Blk 5 $51,000. McCallon Properties LLC to Boulevard Venture Capital
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By My Courier-Tribune “The delicate, ephemeral nature of flowers undoubtedly adds to our appreciation of them,” said University of Missouri Extension horticulturist David Trinklein. “Many literally are here today, gone tomorrow.” But, flowers can be enjoyed all year long by drying them, said Trinklein, and now is the perfect time to gather the excess from
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By NewsPress Now LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Albert G. Clark, 78, passed away Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, at Louisville, Kentucky, East Post Acute Care following an extended illness. Born in Fayetteville, Tennessee, to the late Albert W. and Margaret Clark, Albert was a retired Army veteran having served in the Vietnam Conflict, and also a retired
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By NewsPress Now Rebecca S, Allen, 86, St. Joseph, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2024. She was born Aug. 13, 1938, in Nevada, Missouri, to Ralph and Rebecca (Parr) Cook. After retiring from her longtime job at Wyeth Hardware, Rebecca moved to Branson, Missouri, where she worked in gift shops. She loved to be out
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By NewsPress Now PLATTE CITY, Mo. – Thomas A. Morris, 79, of Platte City, Missouri, passed away on Sept. 4, 2024. Tom was born on May 4, 1945, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Thomas Asbury Morris II and Mary Lorraine (Bancks) Morris. He served with distinction in the U.S. Navy for six years and was
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By NewsPress Now Late Notices Joseph E. Miller Joseph E. Miller, 72, St. Joseph, passed away Sept. 3, 2024. Visitation 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Inurnment Whispering Pines Cremation Garden at St. Joseph Memorial Park. Martha M. Smith MARYVILLE, Mo. -Martha Marie Smith, 90, Maryville, Missouri, formerly Rock Port, Missouri,
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By NewsPress Now Christine Ann Murphy, 70, St. Joseph, passed away Friday, Aug. 30, 2024. She was born March 7, 1954, in Oneida, New York, to William and Gladys (Mulvaney) Baker. She worked at Love’s Truck Stop. Christine enjoyed travel, game shows, getting her nails done, and spending time with her daughter, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
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By NewsPress Now REA, Mo. – Joyce Ann (Reece) Roberts, 89, of Rea, Missouri, went to her heavenly home on Sept. 5, 2024. She was born on Aug. 20, 1935, to John and Ura (Courtney) Reece. Joyce married the love of her life, Robert “Bob” Roberts, on Feb. 20, 1955, and together they made their
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By NewsPress Now Velma Faye (Miller) Brandt, 98, St. Joseph, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2024. She was born Oct. 4, 1925, in Easton, Missouri, to Clarence H. and Faye (Kessler) Miller. She grew up in Easton, then the family moved to Kansas City, Kansas, where Velma graduated from Ward High School. The family then
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By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) Regular dental visits are important for a healthy smile, but you can take these steps between checkups to ensure your dentist sees your oral health at its best. 1. Brush up on your dental routine. “A consistent routine of brushing and cleaning between your teeth is essential,” said American Dental Association
Continue Reading By NewsPress Now CAMERON, Mo. – Gerald “Jerry” Lee Rainey DVM, 82, of Cameron, Missouri, passed away Sept. 3, 2024. He was born Aug. 22, 1942, to Laurence R. and Evelyn (Scott) Rainey, in St. Albans, Missouri. Jerry was a 1967 graduate of Hickman High School, in Columbia, Missouri. He received his doctor of Veterinary
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By NewsPress Now Mrs. Mary Margaret Hicks was born on Sept. 1, 1932, to the late Thomas and Helen M. Fox, in Moberly. Missouri. She went to be with the Lord on Aug. 31, 2024. She was 91 years old. Mrs. Hicks moved to St. Joseph as a teenager and attended Bartlett High School, where
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By NewsPress Now NIXA, Mo. – Cheryl Louise Glasgow, age 78, of Nixa, Missouri, passed away Aug. 31, 2024, in Springfield, Missouri. She was born on May 16, 1946, in St. Joseph. She graduated from Lafayette High School in 1964. Upon graduation, she started data entry for the Navy in Washington, DC, during the war.
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By NewsPress Now Larry Lee Conroy 51, of St. Joseph, passed away Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, in St. Joseph. He was born Dec. 4, 1972, in St. Joseph, son of Lonna and Roger Conroy. The family will receive friends from 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024, at Rupp Funeral Home. Memorials are requested
Continue ReadingBy Metro Creative ARIES Aries, you are quick to spend money lately, and that can prove problematic in the long run. It may be a good idea to sit down with a financial planner and sort out spending and saving habits. TAURUS Taurus, this week you have free rein to follow your intuition and express
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By NewsPress Now Division 5 Judge Chad Gaddie Prison Joseph Anthony Delucio Jr., 6624 Washington St., two years in the Missouri Department of Corrections for felony non-support with court costs waived. Jailed Landon James Shalz, Wathena, Kansas, 23 days in the Buchanan County Jail for misdemeanor stealing with credit given for 23 days served. James
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By NewsPress Now DEAR ABBY, I’ve been seeing “Pete” for eight months. He has been divorced for the last 15 years. He has two grown children and five grandchildren with his ex-wife, “Linda,” who is still a significant person in Pete’s life. They text throughout the day and enjoy doing things with Linda’s husband. Pete
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By NewsPress Now On Nov. 5, Missouri voters weigh in on the race for the White House and determine the fate of ballot measures on abortion, sports gambling and the minimum wage. These high-profile issues will dominate the last nine weeks of the election cycle and drive record-high turnout. By contrast, Amendment 6 will likely
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By Metro Creative Fish can provide a host of flavors and make for a healthy addition to one’s diet. Alaskan cod, for example, is easy to find and, because it’s high in certain omega-3 fatty acids, packs quite a heart-healthy punch. In fact, the U.S. Department of Agriculture notes that wild Alaskan cod contains the
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